2026 Upcoming Trainings Scheduled!
In-Person Training Opportunities
Monday, March 9, Peoria, IL - Animal Control 101 - Part 1
One Day Workshop on Animal Control in Illinois. This is part 1 of our Animal Control 101 - the basics. Learn from experienced personnel about laws, regulations, and best practices for working in the field. This is also a great opportunity to network with colleagues throughout the state.
Fee: $25 for members, $150 for non-members which includes membership
Just download the registration form below and send it in. Non-members - join now and bring as many staff as you wish.
Topics include:
- Illinois Animal Control Act
- Conducting Animal Bite Investigations
- Declaring Dogs Dangerous/Vicious
- Conducting Humane Care Investigations under the Illinois Humane Care for Animals Act
IACA reserves the right to cancel workshops if registration minimums are not met. Fees paid will be refunded.
Thursday, March 26, Chicago, IL - Animal Control 101 - Part 1
One Day Workshop on Animal Control in Illinois. This is part 1 of our Animal Control 101 - the basics. Learn from experienced personnel about laws, regulations, and best practices for working in the field. This is also a great opportunity to network with colleagues throughout the state.
Training is free to IACA members! Just download the registration form below and send it in. Non-members - join now and bring as many staff as you wish.
Topics include:
- Illinois Animal Control Act
- Conducting Animal Bite Investigations
- Declaring Dogs Dangerous/Vicious
- Conducting Humane Care Investigations under the Illinois Humane Care for Animals Act
IACA reserves the right to cancel workshops if registration minimums are not met. Fees paid will be refunded.
Monday, April 6, Salem, IL - Animal Control 101 - Part 1
One Day Workshop on Animal Control in Illinois. This is part 1 of our Animal Control 101 - the basics. Learn from experienced personnel about laws, regulations, and best practices for working in the field. This is also a great opportunity to network with colleagues throughout the state.
Training is free to IACA members! Just download the registration form below and send it in. Non-members - join now and bring as many staff as you wish.
Topics include:
- Illinois Animal Control Act
- Conducting Animal Bite Investigations
- Declaring Dogs Dangerous/Vicious
- Conducting Humane Care Investigations under the Illinois Humane Care for Animals Act
IACA reserves the right to cancel workshops if registration minimums are not met. Fees paid will be refunded.
Monday, October 5, Salem, IL - Animal Control 101 - Part 2
One Day Workshop on Animal Control in Illinois. This is part 2 of our Animal Control 101 - the basics. Learn from experienced personnel about laws, regulations, and best practices for working in the field. Open Forum is a great opportunity to network with colleagues throughout the state.
Training is free to IACA members! Just download the registration form below and send it in. Non-members - join now and bring as many staff as you wish.
Topics include:
- Humane Care and Cruelty Investigations
- The Animal Welfare Act and other important laws
- Mandated Reporting for the ACO
- Rules, Regulations and Good Policies
- Open Forum
IACA reserves the right to cancel workshops if registration minimums are not met. Fees paid will be refunded.
Monday, October 19, Peoria, IL - Animal Control 101 - Part 2
One Day Workshop on Animal Control in Illinois. This is part 2 of our Animal Control 101 - the basics. Learn from experienced personnel about laws, regulations, and best practices for working in the field. Open Forum is a great opportunity to network with colleagues throughout the state.
Training is free to IACA members! Just download the registration form below and send it in. Non-members - join now and bring as many staff as you wish.
Topics include:
- Humane Care and Cruelty Investigations
- The Animal Welfare Act and other important laws
- Mandated Reporting for the ACO
- Rules, Regulations and Good Policies
- Open Forum
IACA reserves the right to cancel workshops if registration minimums are not met. Fees paid will be refunded.
Date TBD - Chicago, IL - Animal Control 101 - Part 2
One Day Workshop on Animal Control in Illinois. This is part 2 of our Animal Control 101 - the basics. Learn from experienced personnel about laws, regulations, and best practices for working in the field. Open Forum is a great opportunity to network with colleagues throughout the state.
Training is free to IACA members! Just download the registration form below and send it in. Non-members - join now and bring as many staff as you wish.
Topics include:
- Humane Care and Cruelty Investigations
- The Animal Welfare Act and other important laws
- Mandated Reporting for the ACO
- Rules, Regulations and Good Policies
- Open Forum
IACA reserves the right to cancel workshops if registration minimums are not met. Fees paid will be refunded.
Virtual Training Opportunities
Advancing Animal Control - Administrator Meetings
Date and Topics:
- Tuesday, April 21 - Legislation
- Tuesday, June 16 - De-escalation and Situational Awareness
- Tuesday, August 18 - Licensing and Registration
- Tuesday, October 20 - Euthanasia and Microchipping Protocols
- Tuesday, October 15 - Topic TBD